Governance Officer

Working hours: This role is available on a part-time, job-share or full-time basis.

Location: Swindon/Hybrid – Please note you will be occasionally expected to work from our Swindon office.

Closing date for applications: 7th May 2026

The opportunity:

As a UK Life Governance Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring effective governance across our Life Insurance business. You’ll help drive compliance, risk management and regulatory excellence, ensuring we deliver secure, sustainable value for our customers and stakeholders.

This is a high visibility role with exposure to senior-most stakeholders. Join our supportive team that values growth and development through day-to-day activity, working across both the governance and data teams, along with professional development opportunities.

Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of different ways, including part-time, flexible hours, job share, an element of working from home or compressed hours. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren’t available full-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.

What will you be doing?

We are looking for someone to provide ongoing support and oversight of the UK Life business, developing strong business relationships and managing various tasks. You’ll support the UK Life Head of Business Coordination and Governance, Governance Consultant and Life Data Services team. 

Core responsibilities will include:

• Governance Frameworks: Support the maintenance and enhancement of governance processes, policies, and standards across the Life business – including Consumer Duty and Product Oversight and Governance frameworks.
• Regulatory Compliance: Support implementation UK regulatory changes impacting Life Insurance, ensuring ongoing compliance with regulatory and industry standards.
• Risk Management: Assist with risk identification, assessment, reporting, and mitigation in line with Zurich’s enterprise risk management approach.
• Assurance Activity: Help with internal audits, assurance reviews and regulatory reporting.
• Governance Administration: Manage governance administration including coordinating governance committees.
• Policy Implementation: Work collaboratively with UK Life teams to implement and review governance policies and controls.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and foster relationships with UK Life stakeholders, promoting a culture of strong governance and transparency.
• Data Inventory Management: Maintain accurate data asset information

What are we looking for?

• • Experience in governance, compliance or risk management, ideally within UK life insurance or financial services.
  • Knowledge of UK regulatory environment for Life insurance (FCA, PRA).
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills, with attention to detail.
  • Ability to analyse complex issues, problem solve and propose clear solutions.
  • Confident working both independently and collaboratively.

What will you get in return?

Everyone’s different. That’s why at Zurich, we offer a wide range of employee benefits so our people can choose what fits them and their life.

Our benefits provide real flexibility so our people can make considered choices and tailor their benefits throughout the year. Our benefits include 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme, annual company bonus, private medical insurance and the option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday, alongside a range of other flexible benefits

You can find out more about our wide range of employee benefits on our website.

Who we are:

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world. Together, we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet.

With over 65,000 employees, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company that is a long-standing player in the insurance industry.

We’ve made a promise to each other and every employee: to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other’s wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.

If you’re interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment where your creativity, ideas and contributions are recognised and rewarded, Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.

Our culture:

At Zurich, our strength comes from the diverse experiences, perspectives and talents of our people. Our goal is to create a workplace where every employee can flourish and where everyone feels valued, heard and respected.

Over a quarter of our employees are members of at least one of our inclusion communities (Employee Resource Groups), with groups focused on areas such as social mobility and cultural awareness. We’re proud to have received numerous industry awards recognising our diversity and inclusion policies and initiatives.

We’ve created an environment that places real importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide practical advice and access to a wide range of lifestyle support, alongside opportunities to learn, grow and develop the skills needed for the future.

We actively support our employees to give back to their communities through volunteering and charitable activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest‑established corporate trusts in the UK. Together, we’ve supported causes across the UK through grants and volunteering, contributing over £100 million in funding and volunteered time.

Your application:

We’re committed to treating all applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, sexual orientation, disability or any other protected characteristic.

As an inclusive employer we also want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview. You’ll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply.

We’d love it if you could submit your application online. If you require an alternative method of applying, please send an email to recruitment@uk.zurich.com

So, make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us.